Temples in Nashik

Shree Dharmachakra Prabhav Tirth - Jain Temple

The Tirth, 13 acres of land near Vilholi village located about 12 km. away from Nashik, The structure is a symbol of an abode of spiritual upliftment to bliss and is named the Dharmachakra Prabhav Tirth.


The three floors of the Jinalaya (temple) of the Triloknath, signifies its reign over the three realms. The four directions are replicated by magnificent sculptures of the great pilgrims—Siddhachal, Abuu, Girnar and Samet Shikhar.


A 12 foot high idol of Lord Mahavir is set in the basement. At the first level, in the center is Choumukhji, propagating the joy and devotion, escorted by the four Parshwanath idols. The Ashtapada Mahatirth is established on the last level in the crest of the monument. The foreground of the Jinalaya is resplendent with an enchanting creation of the magnanimous Yantra of the Shri Mantradhiraj Stotra which is etched with figurines and flanked by an array of the statues of revered Gods and Goddesses.

Trimbakeshwar

Trimbakeshwar is one of the holy places of not only Maharashtra but the whole India is near Nashik. Trimbakeshwar is one of the twelve Jyotirlingaas of Lord Shiva. The most attractive part of this temple is the presence of 3 linga’s each representing Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. All three reside in a hollow space within the Shiva lingam. Just a 5 min walk away from main temple there is a sacred pond called “Kushavarta” which is from where the river Ganga takes here route to the rest of India. A dip in this sacred river wipes off the sins, is the belief of people. The sage Gautam committed a sin of murdering a cow and by taking bath in this river, wiped off his sin & gets rid off of all its sin’s if he takes a bath here. The story has that, Sage Gautam forced river Ganga to stall within the enchanted grass area, he made and put a bow on her. This he has done so to take a holy bath in this water and to get rid of his sin for killing a cow. Timing of Temple 5.30Am – 9 P.M

Shree Saptshrungi Gad

Shree Saptshrungi Gad is situated at a distance of 60 km from Nashik in Kalwan Tahsil. The temple is situated at 4659 feet above sea level, on a hill surrounded by seven peaks. It is considered to be Ardha Shaktipeeth out of Sadetin Shakti Peeths in Maharashtra. The figure of the goddess is about eight feet high, carved in relief out of the natural rock. She has eighteen hands, nine on each side, each hand grasping a different weapon. Saptashrungi Gad is a place where Goddess Bhagawati dwells. Saptashrungi signifies seven horned/mountain peaks. Nanduri village is situated at the foot of the Saptashringa Gad. The Saptashringi hill has a variety of flora having medicinal worth. There are various kunds like Kalikund, Suryakund and Dattatraya Kund. Opposite to the Saptashrind, to the east, divided by the deep ravine, is Markanedya hill. This is said to have been the abode of the sage Maekendeya. During his lifetime, he used to recite Purans for the amusement of the devi and written Durga Saptashati.Large fairs are held in Chaitra and Ashwin Navratra.

Shree Someshwar Temple

Someshwar temple is on the way to Gangapur dam, at a distance of 8 km from Central Bus Stand. This is a temple of Lord Shiva and Lord Hanuman on the banks of river Godavari. The area is covered with greenery, with a pleasant climate. Tourists can take pleasure of swimming and boating in the river. Someshwar has been a favorite location for many a film shootings. On the way to Someshwar, there is a village named Anandwalli. It is so named because Peshwas – Anandibai and Raghobadada, lived there for some time. The temple – Navasha Ganpati was built by them.

Shree Kalaram Mandir

Kalaram Mandir is situated within the Panchvati area of Nashik City. This temple is situated at a distance of 3 km from Central Bus. City buses and auto rickshaws are available from various corners of the city to reach the temple. This temple is supposed to stand on the spot where Lord Ram lived during his exile. It was built in 1782 by Sardar Rangrao Odhekar on the site of an old wooden temple. The work is said to have lasted twelve years, 2000 persons being daily employed. It is one of the finest modern temples of Ramji in western India. The temple has a seventeen feet high wall of plain dressed stone which surrounds a well kept enclosure 245 feet long and 105 broad. It has separate sabhamandap which is 75’*31’’*12 which is open from all sides. The temple has standing images of Lord Rama, Sita, Laxmana are of black stone and around 2 feet height. The Ramnavami festival is celebrated in Chaitra (March-April).

Shree Khandoba Temple

Khandoba temple is situated on a small hill in the Deolali Cantonment area. Shri Khandoba Maharaj is an incarnation of Lord Shiva and this temple dedicated to him is reportedly over 500 years (five hundred) old. As per mythology, the incarnation of Lord Shiva into Shri Khandoba is because two brothers amongst the demons Malla Daitya and Mani Daitya pleased Lord Shiva with their prayers and obtained his blessings that nobody on earth could kill them. Brothers after getting the boon from Lord Shiva, however became power drunk and started harassing the common people, saints and sages. This could not be tolerated by Lord Shiva and he himself incarnated as Shri Khandoba and killed both the demons. After killing them, Lord Shiva relaxed on this hill and hence this temple is called ‘Vishramgadh’. The hill is popularly known as Khandobachi Tekadi.

Shree Mangi Tungi Temple

From Nashik, located in Satana Taluka. Mangi is the western pinnacle which is 4,343 ft high above sea level and Tungi is the eastern pinnacle which is 4,366 ft high above sea level. Mangi Tungi is a famous holy place for pilgrimage. This is a Siddha Kshetra where Ram, Hanuman, Sugriva, Nal, Neel, Mahaneel, Gava, Gavaksha and so many others, Total 99 crores of ascetics attained salvation full & final freedom from the world and went to Siddha Shila or Moksha, from where no one returns to the world and enjoys the internal spiritual bliss for infinite time. This Holy place is also related to Lord Ram & Sita, Lord Krishna & his elder brother Balram. Bhilwadi is the base village of Mangi-Tungi.

Shree Balaji Temple

Nashik has two Balaji temples, old one is located near the banks of Godavari in old city while new Balaji Temple is located on the Gangapur road near Shri Someshwar Mandir Temple. State transport buses are available which the cheapest mode of transportation in Nashik. Balaji Temple is 12 kms away from Central Bus Stand. It is also believed that Shri Balaji Maharaj saves His devotees from unfavorable grahadashas (planetary configurations).

Dharma Chakra Prabhav Tirth

Dharma Chakra Prabhav Tirth is located on the outskirts of Nashik city, Viholi 12kms from Nashik city on Nashik- Mumbai (NH3) highway. The construction work of this pilgrim Dharma chakra Prabhav Tirth was started up on the auspicious day of Vaishakh sh Sudh on the sixth of the Vikram Samvat 2048; by Worshipful Acharya Shri Vijay Bhuvan Bhanu Soorishwarji Maharaj, the Chaturvidh Sangha’s mammoth presence was graced on the occasion. The events of the execution work of the Tirth Chalapratishtha of the idol of Mantradhiraj Parshwanath Prabhu in the holy Devakulika were witnessed by thousands of Jains & non- Jains with great admiration. The holy Temple of the Triloknath is of three floorings; reigning over the three realms, the four directions magnificent replicas of the great pilgrims such as Siddhachal, Abu, Girnar, Samet Shikhar etc. are designed outside it. In the basement, a 12 feet high idol of the Lord Mahavir is set. The idol is escorted by the four Godly Moolnayaks. The 108th Lord Parshwanath looks graceful, while Ashtapada Mahatirth is established on the crest of the monument.

Shree Gondeshwar Temple

Gondeshwar temple is located at Sinnar near Nashik.It is located at 32 km from Nashik city. State transport buses are the cheapest mode of travel. Nearest Railway Station is the Nashik Road, which is at a distance of approximately 40 km by road. It is a beautiful Mahadeo temple built in the Hemadpanthi style of architecture. The Hemadpanth Style temple is one of the few structures of this style still in good shape.

Kailas Math / Bhaktidham

Kailas Math/ Bhaktidham is located in Panchwati area near Peth naka. It is also called as Bhaktidham. It has temples of various deities. Kailas Math is an old religious ashram where the Vedas are being taught. Established in the year 1920 by H.H. Swami Hridayanand Maharaj.The institution was headed by renowned Acharyas. Month long religious celebrations are held during the month of Shravana.

Shree Saibaba Temple, Shirdi

Saibaba Temple is located at Shirdi, 112 kms from Nashik city. Sai Baba of Shirdi (1838 – October 15, 1918), also known as Shirdi Sai Baba, was an Indian guru and yogi who is regarded by his followers as an incarnation of God. Some of his Hindu devotees believe that he was an incarnation of Shiva or Dattatreya. Some Hindus, and others believe that he was a Sadguru. There are many stories and eyewitness accounts of miracles he performed. He is a well-known figure in many parts of the world, but especially in India, where he is much revered.